Senior Python developer

Company Description

We're Hiflylabs, a vibrant team of 250+ data and tech enthusiasts based in Budapest. From data engineering to data science, artificial intelligence and application development, we work on a wide range of projects around the world.

Over a Decade of Mastery:

For twelve years, Hiflyers have been reshaping industries through Data Warehousing, Business Intelligence, and Data Analytics. From consulting to operations, we offer tailored, hands-on solutions to complex business problems, helping our clients grow.

Our Commitment:

At Hiflylabs, we're not just about projects; we're about people. We believe that our people are our most valuable assets, and we are committed to nurturing their personal and professional development through our unique mentoring system.

Check out our Website, LinkedIn page and YouTube channel to get an insight into who we are and how we work!

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Take part in various partner projects, working on innovative solutions
• Lead development efforts, contribute to discussions, and support decision-making
• Mentor and support team members to help them grow
• Build web applications with modern technologies
• Understand business needs and turn them into effective technical solutions
• Work closely with customers and teammates to stay aligned
• Plan and implement development tasks based on designs and requirements
• Make sure projects are delivered on time and meet expectations
• Write unit and end-to-end tests, and take part in developer testing
• Find and fix bugs to keep quality high
• Keep tasks organized within the team for smooth collaboration

Qualifications

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Python application development
• Advanced English skills (both written and spoken)
• Solid knowledge of at least one application framework: FastAPI, Flask, or Django
• Experience with ORM libraries like SQLAlchemy and relational databases
• Familiarity with basic DevOps tools (Docker, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, etc.)
• Experience with cloud technologies for web app hosting and storage
• Hands-on experience with unit and end-to-end testing

Personal traits

• Strong problem-solving skills, always looking for solutions proactively
• Customer-focused mindset, understanding their needs and expectations
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership
• Detail-oriented with a structured, quality-driven approach
• A true team player with a positive, friendly attitude
• Agile mindset, eager to learn and explore new technologies

Nice to have

• Fullstack development experience
• Angular/TypeScript knowledge
• Experience with other backend technologies (Java, Node.js)
• Understanding of reactive programming
• Interest in working with ML/LLM-based applications
• User-level familiarity with Linux/Unix systems

Additional Information

“Data-driven digitalization, human-centered culture”

At Hiflylabs, we strive to create a work environment that is both challenging and supportive, allowing our employees to grow and excel with our company. We believe that our people are our most valuable assets, and we are committed to invest in their personal and professional development through our mentoring system.

• Empowerment - Trust is a cornerstone of our culture. We'll hold your hand if you need it, but give you space if you’d like to push your limits. Don't lose sight of the goal, the rest is up to you. 

• Balanced life - We love what we do and aim to work together with others who do their work with love. At the same time, we highly value fresh minds, for which we think a healthy work/life balance is essential! Forget about pointless meetings and unnecessary administration.

• Mentoring from your first day – Continuous support is not just a set of fancy words we throw around here; your mentor follows you throughout your career path.

• Learning & Development opportunities - If you want to keep learning and improving, we are on to a great track! We look forward to helping you unlock your potential.

• Supportive corporate culture - In addition to our professional success, we are proud of the social cohesion that is based on comradery, mutual support, and respect and is constantly nurtured in the company.

• Lots of fun – The Hiflylabs’ community is made up of more than 250+ open-minded people from different backgrounds but with shared values. We have a lot of fun together, we’ve already booked your place for the next wine tasting, FIFA & foosball tournament.